Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better IRWS or Field?

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Name	Irish Red and White Setter	Field Spaniel
Origins	Ireland	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	154	145
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Other Names What other names do they have?	IRWS Irish RW Setter	Field
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Is the Irish Red and White Setter bigger than the Field Spaniel breed? Is an Irish Red and White Setter smaller than a Field Spaniel?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel weight comparison:	50-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	62.5 pounds (29.5 kg)	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Is an Irish Red and White Setter taller than a Field Spaniel?	Male: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Irish Red and White Setter and Field Spaniel?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Frequent: The Irish Red and White Setter is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	High: Irish Red and White Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel social needs comparison:	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	The wanderlust potential of the Irish Red and White Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Irish Red and White Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	Average: The Irish Red and White Setter barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Red and White Setter breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Field Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Red and White Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Irish Red and White Setter more dangerous than a Field Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The Irish Red and White Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Irish Red and White Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	Average The Irish Red and White Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Red and White Setter and Field Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Irish Red and White Setter and Field Spaniel?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Irish Red and White Setter: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Red and White Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel energy level comparison:	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Does the Irish Red and White Setter breed eat more than the Field Spaniel breed?	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Irish Red and White Setter has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel coat comparison:	Silky	Dense Silky Waterproof
Colors What are the original Irish Red and White Setter and Field Spaniel color? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel color comparison:	Red White	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Irish Red and White Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Do Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed more than Field Spaniel dogs?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Red and White Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	The Irish Red and White Setter is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are generally with other pets.	Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Can an Irish Red and White Setter and a Field Spaniel be friends? Do Irish Red and White Setter dogs get along with Field Spaniel dogs?	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	Yes Irish Red and White Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Irish Red and White Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Field Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Irish Red and White Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Red and White Setter or Field Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel?	Yes Irish Red and White Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Red and White Setter and Field Spaniel have? Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel litter size comparison:	6-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Field Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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